Our Team

We are a team of storytellers and brand journalists with decades of combined experience developing and promoting digital content. We believe that the current evolution of media presents distinct opportunities for brands to engage with new audiences, fundamentally shifting the way companies interact with online and offline communities.

Jeremy FrankVice President of Content Strategy

Jeremy has more than 10 years of experience in content and communications working both in-house and agency-side. Prior to Original9, Jeremy was director of content marketing at ServiceMax (and an O9 client!). Jeremy loves fly fishing, and would be happy to tell you why it has a lot in common with content marketing.

Maeghan OuimetManager, Editorial Strategy

Maeghan joined Original9 with over five years of experience reporting and writing about business, culture and technology trends for Rolling Stone Australia, Boston Magazine and Inc. Magazine. Maeghan is always looking for the next story to tell and infuses her strong editorial background into all things O9. In her free time, she can be found outdoors, embarking on an often unplanned adventure.

Derek KorteManaging Editor

Derek worked as an editor and reporter at various digital media properties and Midwestern papers (with a pit stop at the Minnesota State Senate) before joining Original9. He also spent several years in PR, working primarily with B2B startup tech companies. When not in the office, he wears out his passport and follows all things Kansas basketball.

Shami BarooshianSenior Editor

Shami joined Original9 with a background in PR, working with tech startups on content programs and media relations. She loves finding ways to tell inspiring, meaningful stories. In her free time, she enjoys cycling and doing crossword puzzles.

Meredith SweeneyContent Strategist

Meredith joined Original9 after an editorial fellowship at the UN-FAO in Budapest. She enjoys taking a strategic approach to storytelling to help companies transform the way customers see their brand. When not in the office, Meredith strives to see the world by biking, hiking, running and swimming her way through it.

Brett WeinerCo-founder

Brett is a member of the founding team of Original9 Media and also a partner of Original9’s sister firm, LaunchSquad. Brett brings more than 18 years of marketing and storytelling to the Original9 team, where he leads client engagements and new business strategy.

Jesse OdellAdvisor

Jesse is a co-founder and partner of LaunchSquad, Original9’s sister firm, where he is well-recognized for his work with start-ups and emerging brands. He is a storyteller and strategist who loves engaging audiences with great stories about the people and companies that are changing the world through innovation.

Maria MinskerSenior Editor

Prior to becoming senior editor at Original9, Maria was a reporter at eMarketer, where she covered marketing technology, social media and demographics. Before that, she was an associate editor at CRM Magazine, where she also covered the marketing space.Maria graduated from Cornell University, and still goes back to visit Ithaca whenever she can, even though it's usually freezing. In her free time, she enjoys taking and developing black and white photos, following celebrity gossip and exploring New York City rooftops.

Original9 Media is a strategic content marketing and communications agency located in San Francisco. We are a passionate group of content creators, strategists and editors blending the art of storytelling and design with the science of distribution, audience and platform to influence and engage audiences. As a premium content marketing firm, we help companies connect with online communities and grow their businesses through high-quality content creation, distribution and consulting expertise. Our expertise spans both consumer-facing and B2B clients in consumer technology, enterprise technology, fashion, retail, entertainment, ecommerce, media, gaming, education, finance, energy and more.